HOW TO PROTECT YOUR NETWORK FROM HACKERS

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR NETWORK FROM HACKERS

Since the only people checking your security vulnerabilities are the hackers, it is your responsibility to educate yourself, put security measures in place and know what to do in the event of a breach.

Educate Yourself

What hackers are looking for

Why protect your data

Different types of attacks

Tools and methods of obtaining your data

Implement Security

Encryption

Password Policies

Proper configuration – stay away from defaults

Keep software up to date (patches)

Protect your wireless network

What to do when you have been attacked

Reverse engineer the attack to find the vulnerability in your network

Fix the security holes

Notify the proper authorities

Just 50 years ago, most people did not know what the internet was; in fact the internet was still under development. Many things have changed since then, and ignorance in today’s world can cost you everything. Every day, intellectual property is stolen, people’s networks are compromised, and lives are destroyed by hackers. Knowing what to look out for, taking actions to prevent malicious activities, and having a plan of action when things go wrong are vital, especially in a large organization.